--- product_id: 125548112 title: "Princeton Aqua Elite, Series 4850, Synthetic Kolinsky Watercolor Paint Brush,Round, 8" brand: "princeton art & brush company" price: "€ 21.32" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Princeton Art & Brush Company" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/125548112-princeton-aqua-elite-series-4850-synthetic-kolinsky-watercolor-paint-brush store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Finest points for detailed, precise strokes Holds abundant water for smooth flow Synthetic Kolinsky bristles, natural-like precision Princeton Aqua Elite, Series 4850, Synthetic Kolinsky Watercolor Paint Brush,Round, 8 **Brand:** princeton art & brush company **Price:** € 21.32 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate your watercolor game with brushes that flow like the pros! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Princeton Aqua Elite, Series 4850, Synthetic Kolinsky Watercolor Paint Brush,Round, 8 by princeton art & brush company - **How much does it cost?** € 21.32 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/125548112-princeton-aqua-elite-series-4850-synthetic-kolinsky-watercolor-paint-brush) ## Best For - princeton art & brush company enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted princeton art & brush company brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Complete Shape Range:** Available in multiple shapes and sizes to unlock limitless creative possibilities. - • **Animal-Friendly & Durable:** Cruelty-free design that maintains shape and resists bristle loss, perfect for conscientious artists. - • **Precision Meets Versatility:** Finely tapered tips deliver unmatched control for intricate detailing and broad washes alike. - • **Oceans of Color in Every Stroke:** Engineered to hold and release water evenly for vibrant, consistent watercolor effects. - • **Synthetic Bristles, Natural Performance:** Innovative synthetic Kolinsky hair mimics natural sable with superior durability and affordability. ## Overview The Princeton Aqua Elite Series 4850 Size 8 round watercolor brush features innovative synthetic Kolinsky bristles that hold abundant water for smooth, even paint flow. Designed for precision with finely tapered tips, this cruelty-free brush offers durability and superior performance comparable to natural sable at a more accessible price. Ideal for professional and aspiring artists seeking vibrant, detailed watercolor work. ## Description Product description Aqua Elite, from Princeton Artist Co, offers a complete collection of watercolor painting brushes to help artists bring their creativity to life. The expert brush makers at Princeton developed an innovative synthetic paintbrush that performs even better than natural Kolinsky, yet is significantly more affordable. Our brushes are designed to hold an abundance of water and retain their shape for greater versatility, enhanced color-holding ability and precise color placement. We offer an impressive range of shapes and sizes so you can paint everything from long, thin lines to large areas with ease. Aqua Elite brushes are animal-friendly, durable, affordable and dependable. About Our Brushes Creating Brushes that Inspire Princeton Artist Brush Co. is one of the largest brush-makers in North America. Since they started in 1992, artist brushes have been their sole focus. While other companies offer an assortment of art supplies, Princeton focuses on making one thing: the best quality, most fairly priced artist brushes available today. Finest Synthetic Kolinsky Sable! Aqua Elite "Aqua Elite brushes are designed to bring out the watercolorist in you. They allow you to create your most beautiful artwork through the easy, consistent and smooth flow of paint. Our innovative synthetic Kolinsky brushes hold an abundance of water and release it evenly, delivering oceans of color with each stroke" Designed with innovative synthetic hair Animal-friendly Offered in a variety of shapes to foster infinite creativity Why You'll Love Aqua Elite Brushes Delivers Oceans of Color Brushes are designed to hold an abundance of water and retain their shape, delivering oceans of color in your artwork. Remarkable Synthetic Kolinsky Bristles Aqua Elite's performance is comparable to that of natural Kolinsky hair, yet is significantly more affordable. Designed for Precision Painting Our brushes feature the finest points and tapered edges for precision color placement. Review: My favorite brand of paintbrush for watercolor - I have several Princeton Aqua Elite paint brushes. These are by far my favorite paintbrush for watercolor painting. They are superior in my opinion in that they are a sturdier brush, which I prefer. I also like that there is no animal product involved like with sable brushes. They don’t lose bristles and clean up nicely. I definitely recommend this brush above any other brushes for watercolor. Review: Great one! - Love these brushes. Probably my favorite. ## Features - DELIVERS OCEANS OF COLOR—Aqua Elite watercolor brushes hold an abundance of water and release it evenly, allowing oceans of color in your artwork through the easy, consistent and smooth flow of paint - BETTER THAN NATURAL KOLINSKY—Our paintbrushes are designed with innovative synthetic hair that is almost indistinguishable from natural Kolinsky hair in performance. - DESIGNED FOR DETAILING—These watercolor paint brushes provide the finest points and tapered edges, which allows for precision in your art. - COMPLETE RANGE OF SHAPES—Aqua Elite offers an impressive range of brush shapes and sizes, including long rounds, oval washes, mottlers, angle shaders, riggers and more. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07PPT8YM5 | | Best Sellers Rank | #36,619 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #12 in Round Art Paintbrushes | | Brand | Princeton Art & Brush Company | | Brand Name | Princeton Art & Brush Company | | Bristle Type | Synthetic | | Brush Width | 11.94 Millimeters | | Color | Matte Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 354 Reviews | | Handle Type | Velvetouch | | Item Type Name | Paintbrush | | Item Weight | 6 Grams | | Manufacturer | Princeton | | Manufacturer Part Number | P4850R8 | | Material | Wood | | Material Type | Wood | | Model Number | P4850R8 | | Paint Type | Watercolor | | Set Name | Aqua Elite | | Size | Size 8 | | UPC | 757063486264 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Princeton - **Brush Width:** 11.94 Millimeters - **Color:** Matte Black - **Material:** Wood - **Size:** Size 8 ## Images ![Princeton Aqua Elite, Series 4850, Synthetic Kolinsky Watercolor Paint Brush,Round, 8 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/617lTVCsNBL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My favorite brand of paintbrush for watercolor *by A***R on September 19, 2025* I have several Princeton Aqua Elite paint brushes. These are by far my favorite paintbrush for watercolor painting. They are superior in my opinion in that they are a sturdier brush, which I prefer. I also like that there is no animal product involved like with sable brushes. They don’t lose bristles and clean up nicely. I definitely recommend this brush above any other brushes for watercolor. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great one! *by S***N on April 23, 2026* Love these brushes. Probably my favorite. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I LOVE this brush *by D***E on March 6, 2022* Lately I’ve been coloring my small images with colored pencils to more easily get into the tiny areas. But I decided to try this brush on a couple of them. I’m no professional, but I LOVE it. You can see in the 1st picture just how small my images are, but this brush has an awesome, perfect point that got right in there. Here are the other pros: -holds a LOT of water/paint for the size! The 2nd pic shows the size (in centimeters-tip is wet). -has very soft bristles, but not flimsy—it has the perfect “snap.” The only con isn’t really about the brush at all: -it was shipped in a box with 2 other brushes and had NO protection at all. No protective sleeve or cap—nothing. I know others have had a plastic sleeve, so I don’t know why mine didn’t, but I was NOT very happy about it. Just to add, I have several Princeton Neptune brushes also. I like them. But I don’t love them. This will most definitely be my go-to brush. I think I need more of them…😂 ## Frequently Bought Together - Princeton Aqua Elite, Series 4850, Synthetic Kolinsky Watercolor Paint Brush,Round, 8 - Princeton Aqua Elite, Series 4850, Synthetic Kolinsky Watercolor Paint Brush,Round, 6 - Princeton Aqua Elite, Series 4850, Synthetic Kolinsky Watercolor Paint Brush,Round, 4 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/125548112-princeton-aqua-elite-series-4850-synthetic-kolinsky-watercolor-paint-brush](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/125548112-princeton-aqua-elite-series-4850-synthetic-kolinsky-watercolor-paint-brush) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-07-27*